Yamaha YZF-R1 Owner's Manual

Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1Left view ..........................................2-1Right view ........................................2-2Controls and instruments.................2-3INSTRUMENT AND CONTROLFUNCTIONS .......................................3-1Immobilizer system .........................3-1Main switch/steering lock ................3-2Indicator and warning lights ............3-3Multi-function meter unit .................3-8Anti-theft alarm (optional) .............3-13Handlebar switches ......................3-13Clutch lever ...................................3-15Shift pedal .....................................3-15Brake lever ...................................3-15Brake pedal ..................................3-16Fuel tank cap ................................3-16Fuel ...............................................3-17Fuel tank breather/overflowhose ..........................................3-18Catalytic converter ........................3-18Seats ............................................3-19Helmet holders .............................3-20Adjusting the front fork ..................3-20Adjusting the shock absorberassembly ...................................3-22Luggage strap holders ..................3-24EXUP system ...............................3-25Sidestand ..................................... 3-25Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-26PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1Pre-operation check list .................. 4-2OPERATION AND IMPORTANTRIDING POINTS................................. 5-1Starting the engine ......................... 5-1Shifting ........................................... 5-2Tips for reducing fuelconsumption ............................... 5-3Engine break-in .............................. 5-3Parking ........................................... 5-4PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ANDMINOR REPAIR ................................. 6-1Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1Periodic maintenance andlubrication chart .......................... 6-2Removing and installing the cowlingand panels .................................. 6-6Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-8Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-9Coolant ......................................... 6-12Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-14Adjusting the engine idlingspeed ........................................ 6-16Adjusting the throttle cable freeplay ........................................... 6-16Adjusting the valve clearance ...... 6-17Tires ............................................. 6-17Cast wheels ................................. 6-20Adjusting the clutch lever freeplay ........................................... 6-20Adjusting the rear brake lightswitch ....................................... 6-21Checking the front and rear brakepads .......................................... 6-21Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-22Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-23Drive chain slack .......................... 6-23Lubricating the drive chain ........... 6-24Checking and lubricating thecables ....................................... 6-25Checking and lubricating thethrottle grip and cable ............... 6-25Checking and lubricating thebrake and clutch levers ............ 6-26Checking and lubricating thesidestand .................................. 6-26Lubricating the swingarmpivots ........................................ 6-27Checking the front fork ................. 6-27Checking the steering .................. 6-28Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-28Battery ......................................... 6-29Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-30Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 6-32Tail/brake light ............................. 6-35Replacing a turn signal lightbulb ........................................... 6-35